assists the Plant Operations and Maintenance Manager in developing a long term horticulture plan for the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre and the Royal Ottawa Place Campus at 1145 Carling Avenue including courtyards and Interior plantings.

oversee landscaping activities to ensure grounds and plantings are maintained to original design concepts.

perform the maintenance operations necessary to establish and maintain vigorous growth of all plantings on sites

water once weekly or as required to obtain optimum growing conditions. Ensure adequate moisture in root zone at freeze-up.

on a daily basis picks up all garbage (litter, cigarette buts, etc) in parking areas

on a daily basis picks up garbage from outdoor litter containers

operate ATV, tractors, snow blowers and pressure washers

makes/assists in minor repairs to building exterior, grounds, sidewalks, roads and parking areas

assist in cleaning job sites, on property

assists other trades performing routine tasks on property

responds to fire alarms as a member of the fire brigade

other duties as deemed necessary by the department

during inclement weather may help out in shop area performing maintenance helper duties

ensures completed work orders and duty logs are inputted to CMMS on a timely basis and reviewed by Supervisor, Plant Operations and Maintenance.

oversee site snow removal contracts

inspects and removes icicles from roofs, fire escapes and overhangs

is responsible for snow removal and de-icing at all entrances, exits and courtyards during regular working hours, available for call backs as requested.

EDUCATION AND SPECIFIC TRAINING REQUIRED:

Secondary School Diploma or EquivalentDiploma in Horticulture from a recognized community college or equivalentValid Driver’s licence.Pesticide licenseThree years previous experience in horticulture or maintaining the grounds and plantings in and around commercial/institutional properties.

INITIATIVE:

Responsible on a day-to-day basis for making decisions on what is required from a horticulture aspect.

IMPACT:

Failure to perform job could cause injury to patients, staff and visitors.Errors in judgement could result in damage of trees, shrubs and flowers.

WORKING WITH OTHERS:

This position works with all members of the Facility Services Team.Maturity, tact, discretion and a pleasant personality are required dealing with ROHCG staff, volunteers and patients.